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Welcome! The ABCs of School Nutrition Program supports school nutrition programs by providing training, resources, and tailored technical assistance to Illinois school nutrition professionals.
On our blog, you'll find a variety success stories from schools around Illinois who have worked with us on Smarter Lunchroom initiatives, Breakfast After the Bell, and more! We also highlight School Nutrition Heroes who are committed to serving healthy meals and our winning Meal of the Month photo contest entries.
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Smarter Lunchroom Success: Mount Vernon City Schools

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Extension Outreach Associate Ashley Hoffman has been working with Mt. Vernon City Schools to implement Smarter Lunchroom strategies to increase student awareness and consumption of fruits and vegetables. As part of the intervention, students in the after school program colored their favorite fruit and vegetable coloring sheets to make a large fruit and vegetable mural. The mural hangs on a wall in the school cafeteria and the students really enjoy seeing their artwork displayed.